Naan Petha Magane Lyrics
From the movie Athaiya Mamiya
Naan Petha Magane Song Lyrics is the track from Athaiya Mamiya Tamil Film – 1974, Starring Jaishankar, Usha Nandhini, M. N. Rajam, Manorama, Venniradai Moorthy, Nagesh, Sachu, Srikanth, Gandhimathi, Thengai Srinivasan. This song was sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன். The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.
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Naan petha magane nada raja Ippa yaendaa poranthae maharaja
Ada naan petha magane nada raja Ippa yaendaa poranthae maharaja
Naan padum avasthaiyai padu raja Sari nadappathu nadakkattum vidu raja
Naan padum avasthaiyai padu raja Sari nadappathu nadakkattum vidu raja
Ada naan petha magane na daraja Ippa yaendaa poranthae maharaja
Naan petha magane nada raja Ippa yaendaa poranthae maharaja
Vilaivaasi maari pochu Visham pola yaeri pochu
Velai ketta velaiyil yaen piranthaai Vilavaasi maari pochu
Visham pola yaeri pochu Velai ketta velaiyil yaen piranthaai
Sarkkaraikkum seemennaikkum Santhiyilae nikkurapo
Sinthikkaama kannirandai yaen thiranthaai Sarkkaraikkum seemennaikkum
Santhiyilae nikkurapo Sinthikkaama kannirandai yaen thiranthaai
Avasaramaai vanthu porakkanumaa Ungoppanai pol nee thavikkanumaa
Avasaramaai vanthu porakkanumaa Ungoppanai pol nee thavikkanumaa
Queue-vilae nee vanthu nikkanumaa Kudumpaththin paaraththai sumakkanumaa
Ada naan petha magane na daraja Ippa yaendaa poranthae maharaja
Naan petha magane nada raja Ippa yaendaa poranthae maharaja
Petrol vilai yaeripochu Pocket-taiyae meeri pochu
Beach pakkam car-rai vittu Pugaivandi thedi ponaa
Nilakkari panjam vanthu ninnu pochu
Poosanikkaa vilai ippo podalanga Vendaikkaa vilai ippo sundakkaa
Poosanikkaa vilai ippo podalanga Vendaikkaa vilai ippo sundakkaa
Arisikkum paruppukkum aanai vila Maganae unakkaen theriyavillai
Ada naan petha magane na daraja Ippa yaendaa poranthae maharaja
Naan petha magane nada raja Ippa yaendaa poranthae maharaja
Ada naan petha magane na daraja Ippa yaendaa poranthae maharaja
Song Meaning & Analysis
Naan Petha Magane is a poignant yet humorous lament from a father to his newborn son, reflecting the economic struggles and inflation prevalent in India during the 1970s. The father, with a mix of affection and exasperation, questions why his son chose to be born into such a challenging era where basic necessities like sugar, kerosene, petrol, and even vegetables have become prohibitively expensive. He sarcastically tells his son to "suffer the hardships I suffer," highlighting the grim reality of daily life for the common man.
The lyrics vividly paint a picture of the times, mentioning long queues for essential goods, soaring fuel prices making car travel a luxury, and even a coal shortage affecting train services. The father's rhetorical questions about his son having to bear the family's burden and stand in queues underscore the generational cycle of struggle. Despite the underlying despair, the song maintains a lighthearted, satirical tone, making it a relatable and memorable commentary on socio-economic conditions, delivered with a father's unique blend of love and weary wisdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Naan Petha Magane?
Naan Petha Magane is sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்.
Which movie is Naan Petha Magane from?
The song Naan Petha Magane is featured in the movie Athaiya Mamiya.
Who wrote the lyrics for Naan Petha Magane?
The lyrics for Naan Petha Magane were written by Vaali with music composed by M. S. Viswanathan.
Is English translation available for Naan Petha Magane lyrics?
Yes! Naan Petha Magane lyrics from Athaiya Mamiya include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Naan Petha Magane lyrics?
Naan Petha Magane is a poignant yet humorous lament from a father to his newborn son, reflecting the economic struggles and inflation prevalent in India during the 1970s. The father, with a mix of affection and exasperation, questions why his son chose to be born into such a challenging era where basic necessities like sugar, kerosene, petrol, and even vegetables have become prohibitively expensive. He sarcastically tells his son to "suffer the hardships I suffer," highlighting the grim reality of daily life for the common man. The lyrics vividly paint a picture of the times, mentioning long queues for essential goods, soaring fuel prices making car travel a luxury, and even a coal shortage affecting train services. The father's rhetorical questions about his son having to bear the family's burden and stand in queues underscore the generational cycle of struggle. Despite the underlying despair, the song maintains a lighthearted, satirical tone, making it a relatable and memorable commentary on socio-economic conditions, delivered with a father's unique blend of love and weary wisdom.
